A few years ago I shared a very simple gift idea for a peppermint foot soak at Christmas time which was very popular, so I made a new version just in time for Spring & Summer. This one is Mint Lime Foot Soak, which has a wonderful mint and fresh citrus scent that is perfect for tired tootsie and ‘flip flop feet’ in warmer weather. This would made such a perfect gift for Mother’s Day or a teacher’s appreciation gift.
This is very easy for anyone to make and can be made in bulk to create many little jars for gift-giving. Here is what you will need:
Supplies:
2 cups Epsom salts
1 lime
zester
peppermint essential oil
lime essential oil
green food colouring {optional}
4~1/2 clean glass jars with lips
ribbon & paper embellishments for jars
Directions:
1.In medium bowl, add Epsom salts, zest from 1 lime, 2-3 drops of peppermint essential oil, 2-3 drops of lime essential oil, and 1-2 drops green food colouring.
2. Mix salt mixture until everything is mixed well, and mixture is light green in colour and lime zest is mixed throughout.
3. Decant into jars. Decorate as desired.
4. To use, sprinkle mint lime foot soak into a foot spa appliance, or a clean dish pan used just for feet, filled with warm water. Let feet soak while watching favourite TV show or reading juicy book.
As I mentioned above, you can increase the quantity of the Epsom salts to make more jars for gift-giving. And don’t forget to add pretty ribbons and other things to make the jars look super adorable.
And because I love you all so much, I made a label that you can print on Avery oval labels #16463 and use for your jars too! You can find the link by clicking here: Mint Lime Foot Soak
If you are looking for other wonderful Mother’s Day or teacher appreciation gifts, here are more amazing ideas:
Strawberry butter
Strawberry lemonade mix
Honey lavender sugar scrub
Chai tea latte mix
Cappuccino mix
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Angie, that is the cutest!! I think I've seen those cute jars at the Dollar store. I love the labels. Thank you so much! Pinning!!! 🙂
So cute – what a great idea! I'd love to get some myself, maybe I'll drop a few hints!
My daughter loves flip flops and this is just perfect to go with some for a gift box! Thanks for the great post! 🙂
What a great idea! Thanks for the recipe and the labels!
Come link up at my party on Monday! This is scrumptious!
Xo
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This is super cute, I love making gifts like this!
how gorgeous!
The lime and mint combination sounds very soothing. I love the way you embellished the jar.
Hugs, Smiles & Blessings,
Robin
Fluster Buster
Creativity Inspired by Frustration
wonderful idea! saving this too!!!
🙂 Lior
Great Packaging! Sounds very soothing!
Saw you on the Sunday scoop, I am #169:)
So cute Angie!! Looks great and my feet could really use this right about now! Thanks so much for coming out to the party at Clean and Scentsible. I'll be featuring this today. Happy Sunday my friend!
Jenn xo
So pret ty what a lovely gift Idea thanks for sharing
What a great gift idea! Bet it smells amazing! I would love for you to come link up to my party and follow along! http://alivedinhome.blogspot.com/2013/04/get-social-sunday_28.html
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This is such a great idea – I must try it, and I even have mason jars ready to use! Funny question, but do you think this will last a while or should you use it fairly fast (because of lime zest)?
love it. thanks. Where do you get your essential oils?
I would love for you to link up to my TGIF Link Party! Who knows, you just might be featured next week!
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Cathy
This sounds wonderful. I'm making this for my friends at work. We have a party at Tumbleweed Contessa each Monday -What'd You Do This Weekend? This would be a wonderful addition to our party. It goes live at midnight Sunday. Hope you can drop by.
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Linda
Angie – I love this! May I feature it in a round-up of great DIY hostess gifts? (Probably going live in the next day or so) – Let me know! 🙂
i was just wondering if this needs to be refrigerated. i would like to give it as a gift but need to know if to tell them to put it in the fridge when not using it.
This sounds awesome and I might have to try this! New Follower of you on Bloglovin, Facebook, and Pinterest!
This is great, pinned it.
Stampin' Up! Crafty Chic
My feet need some loving! Pinning this to get the stuff to make it so I can have plenty!
Thanks for sharing!
Wow! This sounds like heaven on Earth, uhhhhh I mean on feet!!! 🙂
“hugs” Crystelle
Crystelle Boutique
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